Our focus here is Krisztián Keresztes, a name that rings out from the frozen pitches of Hungary to the thistle-swept fields of Scotland. Born on the 4th day of January in the 2000th year of our lord, this defender stands out not only in his native Hungary but also for Dundee United where he primarily plays as a central defender. A physical specimen, he towers at 6ft 4in (1.95m) tall and tips the scales at 13st 12lb (88kg). Plying his trade in the number 24 jersey, he's becoming a familiar figure on the pitch.
His current market value is around £290k (according to Transfermarkt), a humble sum for his tremendous talent.
Keresztes's journey weaves a tale of ambition and growth, beginning in August 2024 when he transferred from ŠTK 1914 Šamorín in Slovakia's 2. Liga, to Nyiregyhaza Spartacus in Hungary's Nemzeti Bajnokság I. The 2024 - 2025 season saw him make his mark, with 22 first team appearances and scoring once in league matches. A promising start if ever there was.
July 2025 heralded the next chapter in his career when Keresztes swapped Nyiregyhaza Spartacus and Hungary's top flight for the heather and steel of Dundee United and the Scottish Premiership, albeit on loan. His Scottish venture in the current 2025 - 2026 season has proved fruitful, earning him 20 first team appearances and firing in two goals in league matches.
If we look at his participation further, we can see that this season's League Cup granted Keresztes an opportunity to start for Dundee United. Additionally, he featured prominently in the Conference League Qualifiers 2025 - 2026, earning four starts for Dundee United.
